# AARP Now vs Intelligence Squared+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Intelligence Squared+ at 100% against AARP Now's 29%. Intelligence Squared+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). AARP Now's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (183K vs 1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AARP Now sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $20.00 per year and Intelligence Squared+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Intelligence Squared+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AARP Now has 183K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of AARP Now's written reviews are positive against 100% of Intelligence Squared+'s.

AARP Now ships an update monthly, Intelligence Squared+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AARP Now | Intelligence Squared+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (183K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aarp-now/id394286729/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelligence-squared-plus/id6444066081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **183K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 28.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#132** | — |
| Size | 182 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [AARP](https://appshunter.io/developer/394286732) | [Intelligence Squared (UK) Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652056003) |

## What reviewers say

### AARP Now

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aarp-now/id394286729)

**Currently charting:** #132 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #149 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Access personalized news, events, and member benefits on the go. This app provides a mobile gateway to your membership, offering curated content, digital publications, and local event listings. Easily manage your account and discover exclusive savings.

**Highlights:** Personalized news and alerts, Digital editions of AARP publications, Local and virtual event listings, Member discounts and nearby benefits, Digital membership card, Save articles and events for later, Access to AARP games

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual Membership Subscription | $20.00 | per year |
| AARP Membership 1 Year | $20.00 | one-time |
| AARP Membership 3 Years | $55.00 | one-time |
| AARP Renew Membership 3 Years | $55.00 | one-time |
| AARP Membership 5 Years | $79.00 | one-time |
| AARP Renew Membership 5 Years | $79.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Informative articles and content
- 👍 Useful for seniors and retirees
- 💡 Variety of features (games, workouts, community)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and glitches
- 🤯 Clunky and frustrating user interface
- 💸 Ads despite paid membership
- 🤔 Inconsistent app behavior across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and repeated sign-ins required
- Rewards system not functioning properly
- Video/quiz content not loading or working as expected
- Compatibility problems on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add ability to save/bookmark articles
- Improve navigation and flow between app and browser
- Optimize app for tablet/iPad usage
- Enhance rewards program and make it more reliable


### Intelligence Squared+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelligence-squared-plus/id6444066081)

Access a vast library of debates and discussions from leading figures in politics, science, and the arts. Engage with speakers live, connect with other subscribers, and enjoy exclusive discounts on events and merchandise.

**Highlights:** Extensive video library of debates, Live event streaming, Interactive Q&A with speakers, Subscriber community, Discounts on tickets and merchandise, Premium newsletter

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intelligence Squared+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Intelligence Squared+ Yearly | $134.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AARP Now free?

AARP Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Intelligence Squared+ free?

Intelligence Squared+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AARP Now or Intelligence Squared+?

Intelligence Squared+ is rated higher. AARP Now averages 4.8 out of 5 from 183K ratings, while Intelligence Squared+ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do AARP Now or Intelligence Squared+ have ads?

AARP Now shows ads; Intelligence Squared+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, AARP Now or Intelligence Squared+?

AARP Now ships an update monthly, and Intelligence Squared+ every 2 months. Most recently, AARP Now was updated on October 13, 2026 and Intelligence Squared+ on October 6, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*